“Our agreement with KUSD is a win for our clients, for teachers’ rights, for taxpayers, and for the rule of law," according to WILL president and general counsel Rick Esenberg. "We’re pleased that the Kenosha Schools have recognized that they made an error in negotiating with their unions and implementing collective bargaining agreements that so clearly violated Act 10.”

The lawsuit was filed on behalf of Kristi Lacroix, a taxpayer who objected to her money being spent illegally, and a public-school teacher who objected to her rights under Act 10 being taken away. “I argued from day one that taxpayer money was being spent illegally to support collective bargaining agreements negotiated behind closed doors between the unions and school district," Lacroix said. "This activity is prohibited under Act 10 and I am glad to see taxpayer rights prevail.”

As part of the agreement, the plaintiffs agreed to dismiss their claims against the board, board members, and the district. They also agreed to not challenge any future unilateral act by the board to replace the pay provisions of the CBA.